Sterling Animal Shelter

Can you think of a better way to kick off a long weekend than by reading about an adorable furry friend? Neither can we! Today we got to chat with Barcelona, an exotic girl who’s up for adoption at the Sterling Animal Shelter. This cute girl is a 5 month-old terrier mix who traveled a long way to find her forever family!

So Barcelona, I hear you’ve traveled a long way to be here, where are you originally from?

You’re right! I’m actually from Puerto Rico, my name might make you think I’d be from Spain, but nope! I just arrived here in the U.S. and I’ve only been in the shelter for a few days. Everyone here is so nice but I’d really like to find a home of my own with a yard where I can run and play!

What’s your favorite way to spend the day?

I really like to relax and snuggle! Is there anything better than getting a nice belly rub at the end of the day? I didn’t think so. I also really like to play with toys, I have a lot to choose from at the shelter so I’m very lucky! I’m not your typical puppy though, I tend to be pretty quiet and I’m not hyperactive at all. I would love to go to a home where my new family would pet me all day long!

Is there anything that scares you?

Not at all, I’m a very brave girl and everyone here says I’ve adjusted to my new life quite nicely. I’m so grateful to have a second chance and can’t wait to find my forever family! When I was in Puerto Rico I didn’t have a family of my own or a warm bed to sleep in, and those days were scary. Now that I’m here I’m just excited to start my new life!

What do you think would be the perfect family for you?

I’m not picky at all, I would be happy anywhere! I love all people and am very gentle so I’d be great with kids, having some human brothers and sisters to run around with would be awesome! My new family would just need to be patient with me and bring me to some puppy training classes, I’m not fully trained yet so I need someone to work with me but I’m a very fast learner!

Barcelona, why do you think pet insurance is a good thing for all pet parents to consider?

Hmm, well pets get sick just like people do, and if people have insurance it only makes sense that pets would too! From what I’ve heard the vet can be pretty expensive, I know I wouldn’t want to be stuck with a huge bill if my friend got sick, and pet insurance seems like a good way to avoid that.

We couldn’t have said it better ourselves! Vet bills can add up quickly, and pet insurance is an affordable way to make sure your pet can get the health care they need if the situation arises. Call one of our agents today for a free pet insurance quote and begin the process of protecting your furry friend!

Happy Furry Friend Friday! It’s our favorite day of the week, how many of you can say that you get to chat with cute animals every Friday? Today our special guest is Rayna, a 2 year-old dachshund and terrier mix up for adoption at the Sterling Animal Shelter. She’s been at the shelter for over a month now, which is far too long for someone with a face as cute as hers! Rayna is ready for her forever home, so if you think she could be your new best friend pay her a visit!

So Rayna, what’s your favorite way to spend the day?

I’m just your typical pup I’d say, I love going out for walks! I’d say that’s my favorite thing, the staff here at the shelter are awesome and bring me for about four walks a day! After that I love playing with some toys to burn off the rest of my energy, and once I’m tuckered out there’s nothing better than a cuddle sesh with my favorite people. I love to snuggle and jump up on laps, I’m only 20 pounds though so I’m not too heavy, I’d say I’m the perfect size for a lap dog!

Do you have a favorite toy that you like to play with?

I can’t choose one specific toy, but I love all plush squeaky toys! Those are my favorite, I love getting a hold of them and running around and teasing my people with them, they think they can snatch it away from me, but I’m too quick for them!

Is there anything that scares you?

I wouldn’t use the word scare, I’d say loud commotion makes me nervous, and I tend to be timid around young children. The way I see it, young children usually cause loud commotion, and sometimes they aren’t always dog-savvy and will pull on my tail and ears, which can be really annoying and even painful!

What do you think would be the perfect family for you?

Well, first off I think I would need to go to a home with kids that are ages 12 and up. Other than that I would hope that my new family would be active and like to bring me on walks, I’ve always wanted to go to the beach so maybe that’s something we could try. I don’t have any other requests, I just want to be loved and petted by an awesome family that will love me forever!

So Rayna, why do you think pet insurance is a good thing for all pet parents to consider?

Well, pets can get sick just like people can, so doesn’t it make sense to get them insurance too? I know the vet can get pretty expensive, I think sometimes it’s just as hard for people to go as it is for pets, pet insurance seems like a smart way to make sure you can get your furry friend the care they need without emptying your savings.

Rayna is as smart as she is cute! When it comes to pet insurance, we couldn’t have said it better ourselves, so call one of our agents today for a free pet insurance quote and get your furry friend the protection they deserve!

We’re back with another cutie to make your Friday afternoon that much better! Meet Daisy, she’s certainly as cute as a daisy if you ask us! This little girl is a 2 year-old hound mix up for adoption at the Sterling Animal Shelter and has been there for about a month now, so she’s been waiting a while for the perfect family!

So Daisy, what do you like to do for fun?

I’m just your typical pup, I like the simple things like long walks where I can take in the smells and sounds of the great outdoors, playing ball, and hanging out with my favorite people. I’m very affectionate and love getting extra attention and belly rubs!

Do you have a favorite toy you like to play with?

I’d have to say my ball, I love chasing it and it’s so bouncy! Like I said, I’m pretty simple and can be happy doing just about anything.

Is there anything that you’re afraid of?

Nope! There isn’t much that can make this girl nervous, my previous owners thought that I was a little nervous around men, but I haven’t been afraid of any of the men I’ve met here at the shelter.

What do you think would be the perfect family for you?

Well, if I could choose, I would love to go to a home with people that would take me on a lot of walks! I would say I have a medium activity level, so I’m not very hyper but I still like to be out and about whenever possible. Other than that, I would say I would do best in an adult-only home, it’s not that I don’t like kids, just because of my size I wouldn’t want to accidentally knock them over or anything. The other thing is that I would be best as an only pet, I don’t really get along with cats, come on, can you blame me? When it comes to other dogs I don’t mind them but I would still prefer to be the only pet so I can have all of the attention!

So Daisy, why do you think pet insurance is a good thing for all pet parents to consider?

Well I know I’m young, and I’ve been lucky enough to be healthy and accident-free so far, but other pets aren’t as lucky. Some pets can eat the wrong thing, or come down with an ear infection, there are tons of different things that can land your furry friend in the vet’s office, and land you with a huge bill. Pet insurance sounds like a good way to prevent a giant, unexpected vet bill that will drain your savings account.

For such a young girl, Daisy sure is smart, and adorable of course! We know she’ll find her forever family soon, but she makes a great point about pet insurance. No one wants a huge vet bill because their pet accidentally ate a chocolate bar or came down with an illness, so call one of our agents today for a free quote and find out exactly how affordable pet insurance can be!

Happy Furry Friend Friday! We’re back with another interview, and today we’re chatting with Bianca. Such a pretty name for such a pretty girl, are we right? This little girl is only 5 months old and has already been in the shelter for a whole month! Do you have room in your heart and your home for this cute little lab mix? She’s up for adoption at the Sterling Animal Shelter, stop by and pay her a visit!

So Bianca, I heard that you came a long way to find your forever home, is that right?

Yes! I’m originally from Puerto Rico if you can believe it. I was born in a park there, my mom was a stray and did her best to take care of me and my siblings but eventually a recuse group found us and decided to give us a second chance! So now I’m here, and so far I’m loving Massachusetts but I can’t wait to see more of it. I hope my new family brings me on lots of fun adventures!

What’s your favorite way to spend the day here?

I love to play! Whether it’s with toys, other dogs, or people, I’m a very playful pup and love to have fun. I love playing with squeaky toys a lot, and at the shelter we have tons of options to choose from! How lucky is that? I also love being petted and cuddling with my favorite people.

Is there anything that scares you?

Nothing comes to mind, being out on the streets was pretty scary but I know that will never happen again. I’m mainly just excited to find a forever family, it’s hard to be scared when you have so much to look forward to!

What do you think would be the perfect family for you?

When I say I can really go anywhere, I mean it! I’m super friendly and get along with people of all ages, and even other dogs! I haven’t really been around small animals like cats, so I’m not sure how I would do with them. The only thing I would really need is to go somewhere that I can be active. I love going for runs, playing outside, and seeing new things.

Bianca, why do you think pet insurance is a good thing for all pet parents to consider?

Well in Puerto Rico I saw a lot of things, and us pets don’t always have it easy. Accidents can happen, we can eat something that smells really good but is actually bad for us, and then next thing we know we’re at the vet’s office, which is never fun for humans or pets. Even though we don’t intend to end up at the vet’s, it happens, but pet insurance makes sure that we can get the care we need and you won’t have to drain your savings account to do it!

Bianca’s right! Pets don’t intend to wind up in the vet’s office, but sometimes it can happen whether they like it or not. Pet insurance is a great way to make sure they get the treatment they need without you having to break the bank. Call one of our agents today for a free pet insurance quote and see how affordable it can be to protect your furry friend!

We’re back with your weekly dose of cuteness! Today’s Furry Friend Friday interview features Yara, a 7 month-old terrier mix up for adoption at the Sterling Animal Shelter. This little girl is ready to be your new best friend, stop by and pay her a visit!

So Yara, I heard that you came a very long way to find your forever family, is this true?

Yes, you’re right! I came all the way from Puerto Rico to be here, and so far I’m loving it here! If it’s this nice here at a shelter, I can’t even imagine how nice it will be once I find a home of my own.

So what will be your favorite way to spend the day once you do find your forever family?

I love playing! Whether it’s outside, inside with my toys, or with my favorite people, I just love to be on the move doing something fun. I’m still just a puppy so I have a lot of energy to burn! Once I do get tired out after some playing, I’d love to curl up next to my favorite humans and get pets and treats. Who wouldn’t love a day like that?

Do you have a favorite toy to play with?

I have so many options here at the shelter, it’s hard to choose! Not a bad problem to have, am I right? If I had to choose I would say the stuffed squeaky toys, I can’t get enough of those.

Is there anything that scares you?

Nope, not at all! I’m a very brave little girl and in my short time I’ve already experienced a cross-country move! I’m really good at cuddles though if you get scared, and I’m a great watch dog so if you’re scared I’m sure I can make you feel safe.

What do you think would be the perfect family for you?

Well, since I am so high-energy, I would do best in a home where I can get a lot of exercise! Also, as I am still a puppy, I still have a lot to learn! I would need to go to a family that would have patience with me and bring me to a puppy training course so that I could work on my manners. I also want to be the baby and get all of the attention, so I would do best in a home without small children and where I can be the only pet.

Yara, why do you think pet insurance is a good thing for all pet parents to consider?

Well, even as a young pup I’ve already had to go to the vet a few times! Just for typical stuff, shots, getting spayed, things like that, but I saw a lot of my fellow canine friends there too and not all of them were as lucky. Some pups get very sick or even have accidents where they get hurt, and the vet bills for that can really add up! Pet insurance seems like a good way to make sure you can pay for any unexpected vet bills that may come up.

We couldn’t have said it better ourselves, call one of our agents today for a free pet insurance quote and take the first step in protecting your furry friend’s future.

It’s the first Furry Friend Friday interview of spring! Are you as excited as we are the spring is finally here? Louie is very excited! He’s a 1 year-old Beabull up for adoption at the Sterling Animal Shelter in Sterling. What’s a Beabull you ask? It’s a beagle and bulldog mix, which is pretty rare if you ask us. If you think Louie could be your new best friend stop by and pay him a visit!

So Louie, what’s your favorite way to spend the day?

Well I’m still a puppy so I LOVE to play! I’m a big boy though, I weigh 70 pounds but I’m a gentle giant. I love people, but since I’m so big I would need to be with people that know how to handle a big, energetic pup like me. One of my favorite things to do is to go outside and run, I can go pretty fast but I get tuckered out pretty easily. Once I start running I don’t last too long after and then I’m ready for a nap.

Do you have a favorite toy?

I love all toys! I’m very gentle with my toys though, I don’t rip them apart or anything. I also have a blankie that I love to sleep with.

Is there anything that scares you?

No, I’m really just a goofball at heart and am always happy. I don’t scare too easy at all so I think I would make a great watch dog!

What do you think would be the perfect family for you?

Well like I said I’m a big boy and sometimes I forget my own strength, so I would need to go to an experienced dog owner. Another thing is that I would probably need some leash training, so a family that would be patient and maybe bring me to a training class would be ideal. I’m also very good with other dogs as long as they’re the same size as me and love to play. I probably wouldn’t be good with small children either, not because I don’t like them, I just wouldn’t want to accidentally knock them down.

Louie, why do you think pet insurance is a good thing for all pet parents to consider?

Well I’m still young, but I’ve already been to the vet a few times in my short life, for check-ups, shots, and things like that. I’m guessing that as the years go on I’ll have to keep going to the vet and at some point may even get sick or have an accident of some kind where I would need vet care, as will all pets.

Louie is right, most pets will need to go to the vet at some point for either an injury or sickness, and having pet insurance is a good way to be prepared for any unexpected health costs for your furry friend. Call one of our agents today for a free quote and take the first step to protecting your furry friend!

Still don’t have a Valentine for Valentine’s Day? Look no further! This face is about as cute as they come and Bran is looking for his new best friend! This cute little puppy is about 6 months old and is up for adoption at the Sterling Animal Shelter.

So Bran, I hear you are not originally from Massachusetts, is that true?

You’re right, I came all the way here from Virginia! I was a stray there and then got rescued and brought to good old Massachusetts and love it so far! I’m sure I will love it even more once I find my forever home and can go on adventures with my new family!

What’s your favorite way to spend the day?

Well I have a lot of energy so I like to do a lot of different things. I am very playful and love toys! We are very lucky here at the shelter because we get new toys every day, so I always have tons of options to choose from! I also love being around people and getting my belly rubbed. The staff here are very accommodating and love to give me belly rubs, although I don’t give them much of a choice, whenever they come into the room I always roll over on my back so they can scratch my belly, they think it’s so funny!

Is there anything that scares you?

Not that I can think of, I’m pretty lucky and haven’t been around too many scary things in my time, so I think of myself as Mr. Tough Guy.

What do you think would be the perfect family for you?

Well I would really get along with anyone! Dogs, kids, you name it and I’ll get along with it! I would just need to be with a family that understands my needs as a puppy and who know how much work I can be! I will need to go to some training classes to perfect my manners but I’m a smart puppy and can pick things up quickly. I would also love to go with a family that likes to do fun things like play ball and go on hikes or to fun, new places!

Bran, why do you think pet insurance is a good thing for all pet parents to consider?

Well I’m not too old so I don’t have much experience with things like this but it sounds like something that could be pretty important. Family is family whether they have two legs or four, and all family members should have the same protection if they get sick and need to go to the doctor’s office or the vet.

Bran is a smart cookie, and he’s right when he says that family is family whether they have two legs or four. Get your furry friend the gift of pet insurance this Valentine’s Day and show them how much you love them! Call our agents for a free quote and take the first step on the path to protecting your furry friend. You can’t prevent accidents, but you can be prepared for them with pet insurance.

If you think Bran is cute, take a look at his friend Alan! You can read his Furry Friend Friday interview here.

Who’s ready for a Furry Friend Friday interview? Alan is! This cute little guy is a dachshund mix and is up for adoption at the Sterling Animal Shelter in Sterling and is ready to find a family! He’s still a puppy and is only about 5 months old, so could use some puppy training to make sure he’s on his best behavior. If that’s something you can do and if this looks like the face of your new best friend, pay him a visit!

So Alan, what’s your favorite way to spend the day?

I’m a pretty simple guy, I like belly rubs, running around outside, getting attention, playing fetch, just the usual puppy stuff. I’m a very friendly guy but can be shy sometimes, but if you give me a belly rub I’ll love you forever!

Do you have a favorite toy?

Well I love to chase things, frisbees, balls, things like that. Even though I’m on the small side I still love to run around and am pretty fast!

Now I hear you are not originally from Massachusetts, is that correct?

Yes you’re right I’m not a native to this state, I’m originally from Puerto Rico! It was much warmer there, but so far I’m loving Massachusetts! All of the people here at the shelter are so nice and told me I’d find the right home in no time!

Is there anything that scares you?

Sometimes other dogs do, I don’t usually get along with them, I’m a pretty feisty guy and am what I guess you would call the alpha male so I don’t like anyone sharing my toys or attention!

What do you think would be the perfect family for you?

Well, for starters I would like to be the only dog, I want all of your attention for myself! I would also need to go to a family that was willing to be patient with me and bring me to training, I’m still young and have some skills I need to master. I could really go with anyone, I would be great with kids and am a true love bug.

And why do you think pet insurance is a good thing for all pet parents to consider?

Well you never know when an accident can happen, when it comes to puppies like me or even older and wiser dogs, accidents are accidents and its best to be prepared for them if you ask me.

Alan is already such a smarty at such a young age! We’re sure he’ll pass any puppy training course with flying colors! When it comes to being prepared for accidents, we couldn’t have said it better ourselves! Call one of our agents for a free pet insurance quote today and get your furry friend the protection they deserve!

After yesterdays storm, Snowflake seemed like the perfect candidate for today’s Furry Friend Friday interview, the markings on her face even make it look like she stuck her nose in a pile of snow! This pretty girl has been up for adoption at the Sterling Animal Shelter since November 18th and is ready to find a forever home just in time for the New Year!

Snowflake, what’s you favorite way to spend the day?

Well I’m a very playful kitty, even though I’m 4 years old I can be just as playful as a kitten sometimes! I also love being around humans in general, the staff here at the shelter always comment on how friendly and outgoing I am! Can you believe I haven’t found a home yet?

Do you have a favorite toy to play with?

I love all toys but I’d have to say my favorites are the crinkly balls, I’m not exactly sure what they’re called but they have some crinkly foil around them and they keep me mesmerized!

What are some of your other favorite things?

I can’t get enough treats! I love to snack and will meow and meow until I get you to give me a treat, it doesn’t usually take too long considering how cute I am!

Is there anything you’re afraid of?

I can’t think of anything that comes to mind, I’m not very skittish at all, I like to think of myself as a pretty tough girl.

What do you think would be the perfect family for you?

I could fit in anywhere I think. I’m a very friendly girl and I can’t imagine anyone not liking me, can you? Kids would love me because I’m so friendly and playful, I still like to run around like a kitten but have the smarts and maturity of an adult.

Snowflake, why do you think pet insurance would be a good investment for all pet parents to consider?

Well sometimes us shelter pets can have a rough start in life, I was pretty lucky but some of my friends here weren’t. We’d like to think that once we find our forever homes we will never have another worry again, and pet insurance seems like it could help with that!

Snowflake is right, unfortunately not all pets get the best start in life, but once they find their forever families, they get a chance to start fresh and find a home that welcomes and loves them as the furry friends they are. As part of their new start in life, it’s a good idea for pet parents to consider purchasing pet insurance. It’s surprisingly affordable and can really save the day (and your wallet) should any unexpected accidents occur. Give us a call today and talk to one of our agents for a free quote!

Happy Furry Friend Friday everyone! It’s not too often that we interview one of our feline friends, so today’s interview was extra exciting! Meet Boots, this handsome boy is up for adoption at the Sterling Animal Shelter in Sterling, MA. He’s 8 years old and has been waiting for his forever home for a while now! Because of Boots’ age, he qualifies for the shelter’s “Seniors for Seniors” program, meaning adopters over 55 years of age won’t have to pay an adoption fee (although donations are accepted). How can you resist that face? Stop in and visit Boots right meow!

So Boots what is your favorite way to spend the day?

Well I really like to be around people, believe it or not. I’m not a typical stand-offish cat, I love being petted! I guess you could say I’m almost like a dog in that way. I’m a great cuddler, and would be the perfect lap cat because I enjoy just lounging around with my people and getting all of their attention! Oh and I also love my cat bed, can’t forget about that!

Do you have any favorite toys that you like to play with?

I’m a little too old for toys if you ask me, I’ve had my fun with climbing towers, squeaky toys, laser pointers, yarn, and any other toys I could get my paws on, but now that I’m more mature I enjoy spending my time in other ways.

What about treats?

I think treats are popular with cats of any age, and I’m no exception to that rule! I love treats, don’t really have a favorite in particular, I’ll take whatever I can get!

Is there anything that scares you?

I’m no scaredy cat! I’m very outgoing and there isn’t much that gets to me or makes me nervous.

What do you think would be the perfect family for you?

Well as an older guy, I think I would get along with an older person perfectly! I’m not very high energy and just like to sit on the closest lap and cuddle. Don’t get me wrong I still have a lot of great years left, but I’m not as rambunctious as a kitten and think I would do well in a home with older folks.

Boots why do you think pet insurance is a good thing for all pet parents to consider?

Well not that I’m a fan of the vet or anything, but I think it’s inevitable that all pets will have to make an unexpected trip or two to the vet’s office. Pet insurance seems like a smart way to ensure that your pet, and your wallet won’t be hurting after your visit!

Boots is right! It does seem as though all pets eventually need to make an unexpected trip to the vet, whether it’s for a accident, sickness, or anything else that might come along, pet insurance will prepare you for the costs associated with vet visits and reimburse you up to 90% on covered claims! Give us a call today for a free quote and take the first step to protecting your furry friend’s future.